Who is affected by this change?

This affects Independence Blue Cross on Commercial plans.

When does this change take effect?

This change is effective Jan 1, 2026.

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00.10.41q, Telemedicine Services

Independence Blue Cross·Medical Policy

Effective date

Jan 1, 2026

We identified it

Jun 19, 2026

Days to comply

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Summary

Commercial insurance policy 00.10.41q for telemedicine services has updated medical necessity criteria and medical coding requirements. The changes will take effect January 1, 2026, giving billing teams one month to prepare for new requirements.

Action Required

Action needed

By December 31, 2025: Billing team must review updated telemedicine policy 00.10.41q at the provided URL to understand new medical necessity criteria and coding requirements. Update billing procedures, documentation templates, and staff training for telemedicine services before January 1, 2026 effective date.

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